Lichfield is a historic cathedral city in Staffordshire whose architectural character is deeply rooted in centuries of development, evident in its 244 listed buildings. The city showcases a remarkable blend of styles, with a notable prevalence of Georgian architecture characterised by sash windows, pilasters, and ornate cornices. Earlier periods are represented by timber-framed buildings, some with medieval cores, and significant ecclesiastical structures like the majestic early 13th-century Gothic Lichfield Cathedral. Beyond these, the city’s built heritage includes a variety of structures where stone and brick are primary construction materials, often finished with slate or tile.
Cheshire Pointing Ltd brings specialist brick repointing, cleaning, and restoration services to properties throughout Lichfield. Whether your home is a Georgian townhouse with decorative stonework, a Victorian terrace with ornamental brickwork, or a later inter-war build, our experienced team understands the materials and techniques needed to deliver a lasting, high-quality finish. We take care to match mortar colour, joint profile, and brick character so the completed work sits naturally with the rest of the building.
Our Services for Lichfield Residents:
Cheshire Pointing offers a comprehensive range of services tailored to the unique needs of properties in Lichfield:
Our work in Lichfield
Customer’s Needs
Our client approached us with concerns about the appearance and condition of their property’s front elevation. They wanted to restore the original look of the brickwork while addressing inconsistencies in colour and damaged mortar joints. The client was specifically looking for professional brick cleaning, brick tinting, and brick repointing services to enhance the curb appeal and ensure the long-term maintenance of their home. They also needed guidance on the scope of the work, including time frame and material requirements.
Our Services Provided
- Replacement of damaged bricks where necessary.
- Comprehensive survey of the property and assessment of required repair work.
- Professional advice on brick cleaning, brick tinting, and brick repointing to match the existing brickwork.
- Coordination of scaffolding, skip hire, and materials to ensure a smooth project process.
- Planning around the customer’s desired time frame for completion.
- High-quality brick tinting to achieve colour consistency.
- Expert repointing of mortar joints using matching mortar.
- Precise chemical cleaning to remove stains and restore the original brick appearance.
Our Solution
Our team carried out a chemical brick cleaning of the front elevation, removing years of dirt and grime to reveal the original brick colour. We then performed brick repointing to ensure all the mortar joints matched perfectly, creating a uniform look across the entire surface.
Benefits to the customer
Why repoint your brickwork?
Brick Repointing in the Lichfield Area
Lichfield’s architectural character is deeply rooted in its historical development, evident in its 244 listed buildings. The city showcases a remarkable blend of styles, with a notable prevalence of Georgian architecture characterised by sash windows, pilasters, and ornate cornices. Many of these Georgian properties, originally houses, have been adapted for commercial use. Earlier periods are represented by timber-framed buildings, some with medieval cores, and significant ecclesiastical structures like the majestic early 13th-century Gothic Lichfield Cathedral, built of stone with its distinctive three spires. The city’s built heritage includes bridges, almshouses, public houses, and public buildings, all contributing to a diverse architectural landscape where stone and brick are primary construction materials.
Nearby Areas We Cover
In addition to Lichfield, Cheshire Pointing also provides brick repointing services to the following nearby areas:
- Burntwood
- Tamworth
- Alrewas
- Armitage
- Chase Terrace
- Fradley
- Kings Bromley
- Whittington
- Hints
- Cannock
- Rugeley
- Sutton Coldfield
- Shenstone
- Wall